Obituaries

Isaac Hillary Robinette, Jr

Isaac Hillary Robinette, Jr

Nov 28, 2014

Isaac Hillary "Ike" Robinette, Jr., 88, of Kingsport, passed away due to an extended illness, on Saturday, November 29, 2014, at Indian Path Hospital.Born in Hawkins County, TN, on September 14, 1926, Ike graduated from Baileyton High School and East Tennessee State College (now University). He was a Korean War Army veteran and received the Bronze Star for his service....

Ray P. Hurd

Ray P. Hurd

Nov 28, 2014

Ray Hurd, 95, went to be with the Lord and his wife of 67 years Friday, November 28, 2014 at Wellmont Holston Valley Medical CenterHe was born in Church Hill in the part which is now Kingsport and resided there all his life. He was a World War II veteran and served in the Army Air Corps; 78th Fighter Control...

Charles M. "Charlie" Greer

Charles M. "Charlie" Greer

Nov 28, 2014

Charles M. "Charlie" Greer, 88, Kingsport, died on Friday, November 28, 2014. He was born, December 21, 1925 in St. Petersburg, FL to Charles and Bernetta Greer. Charlie was a 1945 graduate of Virginia High School in Bristol, VA. He served in the U.S. Army from 1944-1946 as a paratrooper. He was the owner of Auto Parts Co. and later...

Mary Lane Showalter

Mary Lane Showalter

Nov 27, 2014

Mary Lane Showalter of Kingsport, TN, beloved wife of Lt. Col. Charles E. Showalter, went to be with the Lord on November 27, 2014 after a long and healthy life. Mary was a loving wife, mother and grandmother.She was preceded in death by her husband, her son, Rogan (Skip), her parents, Mr. and Mrs. Andrew Lane, sisters, Stella and Kathleen,...

Captain Paul Ray Brown

Captain Paul Ray Brown

Nov 27, 2014

Captain Paul Ray Brown (US Army Retired), 68, of Fall Branch, passed away at his home Thursday, November 27, 2014, following a lengthy illness. He had served in Vietnam with the US Army Corp of Engineers.He was preceded in death by his parents, H.R. Brown and Frances Brown.Paul is survived by his brother, Thomas J. Brown and wife, Sharon Kay...

Regina Ruth Buchanan

Regina Ruth Buchanan

Nov 27, 2014

Regina Ruth Buchanan, 61, of Gate City, VA, went to be with the Lord on Thursday, November 27, 2014, after a lengthy illness. As a young woman, Regina was in the Peace Corps. She worked at Advanced Home Health Care as a physical therapist for many years. Regina also taught children with special needs for several years. She dedicated her...

Alma Fleenor Sells

Alma Fleenor Sells

Nov 27, 2014

Alma M. Sells, 88, Kingsport, went home to be with the Lord at 2:00 am on Thursday, November 27, 2014 at Life Care Center of Gray following a brief stay. Alma was born in Sullivan County where she had lived her entire life. Mrs. Sells was a homemaker and member of Beulah Baptist Church.She was preceded in death by her...

Dr. Rex Haren, PhD

Dr. Rex Haren, PhD

Nov 26, 2014

Dr. Rex Haren, PhD, passed away on Wednesday, November 26, following a lengthy illness. Dr. Haren was born in Greene County on October 10, 1926, one of six siblings, to James Roy and Dessie Dixon Haren. Dr. Haren served his country in the Army Air Corp and later went to college on the GI Bill. He graduated from the University...

Robert Nathaniel Hite

Robert Nathaniel Hite

Nov 25, 2014

Robert Nathaniel Hite, 67, of Mt. Carmel, passed from this life into the arms of Jesus Tuesday, November 25, 2014. He was a heavy equipment operator for many years and liked to farm.He was preceded in death by his parents, Isaac and Stella Hite; sisters, Margaret, Loretta, and Elsie; and brothers, Paul and David.Robert is survived by his brothers, Johnny...

Eula Mae Jones

Eula Mae Jones

Nov 25, 2014

Eula Mae Jones, 80, of Kingsport, went to be with the Lord, Tuesday, November 25, 2014 at Wellmont Holston Valley Medical Center. Born in Counsil, VA, she was the daughter of the late Ezra and Bertha Ball Presley. Eula retired from Eastman Kodak after many years. When health allowed she loved tending to her flowers. She attended Vernon Heights Baptist...

Richard John Mitchell

Richard John Mitchell

Nov 23, 2014

Richard Mitchell, 68, passed away Sunday, November 23, 2014 at Johnson City Medical Center after a brief illness. He enlisted in the U.S. Army in 1965 and was a Vietnam Vet. He served four years as a Medical Specialist during the Vietnam War. He is preceded in death by his parents, John R. Mitchell and Lola L. Tucker Mitchell.He is...

Denny F. Darnell Jr

Denny F. Darnell Jr

Nov 22, 2014

Denny Darnell, known as "The General" by his peers, 70, passed away peacefully of an apparent heart attack Saturday, November 22, 2014 in Tazewell, VA, surrounded by family and friends.Born in Coeburn, VA on September 1, 1944, a son of the late Denny F. and Hazel Campbell Darnell, growing up in Slant, VA, he has resided in Kingsport for the...

William Steven Downa

William Steven Downa

Nov 21, 2014

William Steven Downa "Steve", age 65, passed away Friday, November 21, 2014 at his home. He was preceded in death by his father, Carl Houston Downa and his brother Michael Warren Downa.He is survived by his mother Mrs. Alla Deane Downa, life partner Carol Regonini, and man's best friend "Charlie" all of Kingsport.Steve was a member of the First Baptist...

Nell Epperson Dotson

Nell Epperson Dotson

Nov 21, 2014

Nell Epperson Dotson, 90, went to be with the Lord on Friday, November 21, 2014 at Indian Path Medical Center. Nell was a member of Morrison City Freewill Baptist Church. She is preceded in death by her husband, Johnny Dotson; her parents, J.L. and Rena Epperson; one twin sister, Sylvia Wright. Nell Dotson is survived by three daughters, Pat Bass...

Donnie Vaughn

Donnie Vaughn

Nov 21, 2014

Donnie Vaughn, 63, Kingsport, TN, went to be with the Lord Friday, November 21, 2014 at home. He was born in Kingsport on August 2, 1951, a son of the late Guy and Lou Vaughn; he lived in Middleville, Michigan before he returned to this area 40 years ago.In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by his...

Patricia Fay Roush

Patricia Fay Roush

Nov 20, 2014

Patricia Fay Roush, 85, entered into the Lord's presence on Thursday, November 20, 2014. She was a graduate of Florida Southern College in Lakeland Florida and was a teacher and homemaker. Patricia was a loving mother and friend whose compassion was boundless.She was preceded in death by her husband, Robert Dean Roush, and sister, Anne Elizabeth Sanborn.Patricia is survived by...

Dolores Eva Dykes

Dolores Eva Dykes

Nov 20, 2014

Dolores Dykes, 90, Fall Branch passed away on Thursday, November 20, 2014 at the home of her daughter. She had resided most of her life in Fall Branch, TN. Dolores was a member of the United Church of God in Kingsport. She was an avid seamstress and loved to crochet. Dolores was known as one of the best cooks around.She...

Billy J. Compton

Billy J. Compton

Nov 19, 2014

Billy J. Compton, 71, passed away Wednesday, November 19, 2014. Billy was born on July 20, 1943 in Greene County and lived in Sullivan County most of his life.He was preceded in death by his parents, Rome and Minnie Compton, son, Scotty Compton, and several brothers and sisters.Billy is survived by his son, Leslie Compton; two daughters, Sheryl Peters and...

Randy Charles Ferguson

Randy Charles Ferguson

Nov 19, 2014

Randy Charles Ferguson of Kingsport; passed away peacefully at his home with his family by his side. He was born in Kingsport and a lifelong resident. He was an employee of G&K Services for over 30 years. He was an avid hunter and fisherman. He loved being around his family.He was preceded in death by his father, Charles Ted Ferguson.Surviving...

Johnnie Wayne Slaughter

Johnnie Wayne Slaughter

Nov 18, 2014

Johnnie Wayne Slaughter, 74, Colonial Heights, died unexpectedly late Monday evening, November 17, 2014. Johnnie was born in the Fordtown Community where he lived until moving to Colonial Heights. He was a graduate of Holston High School and received his B.S. Degree from ETSU. Johnnie was an employee at Holston Defense Corp until his retirement in 1999 after 35 years...